'Argentina gradually joins the great authoritarian wave sweeping the globe'

Argentina's Shift towards Authoritarianism

According to an op-ed in Le Monde by David Copello, a political scientist, and Olivier Compagnon, a historian, Argentina is gradually joining the global wave of authoritarianism.

Commentators' economic focus should not obscure the institutional changes underway after Milei's victory in the legislative elections.

This shift is part of a broader trend, with other countries facing their own challenges, such as Asia-Pacific nations caught between the US and China, and Turkey at risk of losing a generation of youth.

Meanwhile, international relations are being tested, with sanctions against Russia causing a rift between the US and Europe over China, and France's political instability affecting the Franco-German alliance.

Author's summary: Argentina joins global authoritarian wave.

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Le Monde Le Monde — 2025-11-01

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